A community-oriented evening, hosted at the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts’ “Circus Campus,” this multi-disciplinary showcase is a glimpse at working artists in practice—curated by Physical Theatre Instructor Ben Grinberg. Held once per month, performing artists in the professions of circus, theatre, dance, music and spoken word unveil what they’ve been working on. Stick around for a small reception after, with drinks and light bites.

Written by Ben Oliver Deane and directed by Theo Wampler, this play follows the life of Kyle Kaleo, who navigates conversation like a chess match and, through an act of supernatural serendipity, acquires abilities that make him able to seamlessly navigate conversations. A cast of friends help him explore this mysterious new power and how to use it.

COMEDY

Donnell Rawlings
Through May 27
Helium Comedy Club
2031 Sansom St.
philadelphia.heliumcomedy.com
$16

Best recognized from Comedy Central’s “Chappelle’s Show” and credits on “Chelsea Lately,” Rawlings expressive personality and frank jokes about black culture make him a standout comedian. Fans of HBO’s “The Wire” may recognize him as recurring character Damien Lavelle.

The shops of Fabric Row pitch up the “Come on in!” signs for another Friday of shopping specials, music and light bites. Moon and Arrow, Bus Stop Boutique, Follicle Studio and The Shaza Shop are among the many participating boutiques and shops.

The South Philly rooftop bar—spacious and with a stunning view of the skyline—opens for the summer season, with a revamped menu of Middle Eastern street food. Fifty cents from every can of Founder’s Solid Gold will be donated to Southwark Elementary School.

An unconventional dance experience, partygoers wear headphones that light up red, blue or green, depending on what DJ they’re listening to at the party. The result: a sea of dancers grooving in the late spring air … in total silence.

WDAS FM radio personality Patty Jackson hosts this Philadelphia-centric showcase of music in support of the American Diabetes Association; $5 from every ticket goes to the association. Performing is soul group The Stylistics, R&B vocalists The Delfonics and Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes.

FESTIVALS

Parks on Tap at FDR Park
Through May 28
FDR Park
1500 Pattison Ave.
parksontap.com
Pay as you go

The fleet of food trucks and beer taps make their way to FDR Park this week, featuring the usual lineup of beer, wine and barbecue from FCM Hospitality. The beer garden will be open an extra day, to recognize the holiday.

A dozen tall ships dock at the waterfront, organized as a parade that sails on in for opening day, celebrating Philadelphia’s maritime roots. Guests are given the chance to explore the ships and enjoy food and drink; guided and self-guided tours are available.

Longwood Gardens, known for the spectacle of its fountains as much as the wonder of its flowers, hosts a special fountain show and launches fireworks—one of only six times during the summer season the gardens produces its fireworks display. Those with lawn seats should come prepared with a lawn chair.

Memorial Day Weekend at AmRev
May 26 through May 28
Museum of the American Revolution
101 S. Third St.
amrevmuseum.org
Pay as you go

To honor the lives of the country’s first veterans, the 20,000 soldiers who gave their lives in the Revolutionary War, the Museum of the American Revolution will offer free admission to veterans and active or retired military for free from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., courtesy of Comcast. To boot, for Sail Philadelphia, the museum will spotlight Revolutionary sailors, and the museum will also host the season’s first “Once Upon a Nation” storytellers at the bench along the museum’s plaza.

Rocker John Fogerty, previously a founder of Creedence Clearwater Revival from more than 50 years ago, is the musician behind “Bad Moon Rising,” “Proud Mary” and “Born on the Bayou.” Known for his rockabilly, Fogerty performs his greatest hits as a solo artist—ahead of a new album release, coming later this year.

For a silly break from the more serious drag competitions, grab a beer and watch the up-and-comers do their thing in the upstairs lounge—with festivities hosted by Vanessa Sterling. The winner of last month’s competition, Femme Blanc, performs.